Read the quote. “Most people in rural areas are farmers, and when you have a disease like Guinea worm [a parasite], you are incapacitated, unable to continue with your work. By preventing the hundreds of thousands of cases that we do each year, we are freeing up that many more people to farm so that they will have food and be able to take care of their families.” —Emmanuel Miri
Based on the quote, how can widespread disease affect a country’s economy?
(1 point)
Responses
It can hurt the economy by removing people from the workforce.
It can hurt the economy by removing people from the workforce.
It can help the economy by creating new jobs in health care.
It can help the economy by creating new jobs in health care.
It can hurt the economy by making people stay in agriculture.
It can hurt the economy by making people stay in agriculture.
It can help the economy by increasing the availability of food.
It can help the economy by increasing the availability of food.
Question 2
What conclusion can be drawn from the information in the chart?
(1 point)
Responses
Africa's total number of HIV/AIDS cases makes up close to 20% of the world's total AIDS cases.
Africa's total number of HIV/AIDS cases makes up close to 20% of the world's total AIDS cases.
Poverty and lack of education are the only factors that have pushed the African AIDS rate to 6.1%.
Poverty and lack of education are the only factors that have pushed the African AIDS rate to 6.1%.
A major challenge facing African governments is finding a way to effectively combat the AIDS epidemic.
A major challenge facing African governments is finding a way to effectively combat the AIDS epidemic.
North American AIDS rates are lower than the worldwide rate because of extensive government intervention and spending.
North American AIDS rates are lower than the worldwide rate because of extensive government intervention and spending.
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Read the quote. “Most people in rural areas are farmers, and when you have a disease like Guinea worm [a parasite], you are incapacitated, unable to continue with your work. By preventing the hundreds of thousands of cases that we do each year, we are freeing up that many more people to farm so that they will have food and be able to take care of their families.” —Emmanuel Miri
Based on the quote, how can widespread disease affect a country’s economy?
(1 point)
Responses
It can hurt the economy by removing people from the workforce.
It can hurt the economy by removing people from the workforce.
It can help the economy by creating new jobs in health care.
It can help the economy by creating new jobs in health care.
It can hurt the economy by making people stay in agriculture.
It can hurt the economy by making people stay in agriculture.
It can help the economy by increasing the availability of food.
It can help the economy by increasing the availability of food.
Question 2
What conclusion can be drawn from the information in the chart?
(1 point)
Responses
Africa's total number of HIV/AIDS cases makes up close to 20% of the world's total AIDS cases.
Africa's total number of HIV/AIDS cases makes up close to 20% of the world's total AIDS cases.
Poverty and lack of education are the only factors that have pushed the African AIDS rate to 6.1%.
Poverty and lack of education are the only factors that have pushed the African AIDS rate to 6.1%.
A major challenge facing African governments is finding a way to effectively combat the AIDS epidemic.
A major challenge facing African governments is finding a way to effectively combat the AIDS epidemic.
North American AIDS rates are lower than the worldwide rate because of extensive government intervention and spending.
North American AIDS rates are lower than the worldwide rate because of extensive government intervention and spending.
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The first question is asking how widespread disease can affect a country's economy. The quote provided explains that when a disease like Guinea worm incapacitates people, they are unable to continue working, which can remove them from the workforce. Therefore, the answer is "It can hurt the economy by removing people from the workforce."
The second question is asking for a conclusion that can be drawn from the information in the chart. The chart shows the HIV/AIDS rates in different regions, with Africa having the highest rate. From this information, the conclusion that can be drawn is "Africa's total number of HIV/AIDS cases makes up close to 20% of the world's total AIDS cases."
is that correct?
Yes, both answers are correct. The quote provided in the first question clearly states that widespread disease can hurt the economy by removing people from the workforce. And the information in the chart supports the conclusion that Africa has a significant number of HIV/AIDS cases, making up close to 20% of the world's total.
In Nigeria, people can open their own businesses, choose their careers and job paths, and can purchase a wide array of consumer goods. However, the national government institutes tariffs on imported goods, has a significant share in the oil industry, and regulates much of the country's industry.
Based on this description, Nigeria could BEST be categorized as a ___ economy. Responses
(1 point)
Responses
Command
Command
Market
Market
Mixed
Mixed
Traditional
Traditional
Question 2
African countries have a mixed economic system located on a continuum between pure market and pure command. Which of the following statements accurately reflects this concept?(1 point)
Responses
Pure market economies rely solely on government directives to allocate resources efficiently, while pure command economies allow market forces to determine resource allocation.
Pure market economies rely solely on government directives to allocate resources efficiently, while pure command economies allow market forces to determine resource allocation.
Mixed economies combine elements of both market and command systems, with government intervention and market forces influencing resource allocation to varying degrees along a continuum.
Mixed economies combine elements of both market and command systems, with government intervention and market forces influencing resource allocation to varying degrees along a continuum.
Pure market economies are entirely devoid of government influence, while mixed economies grant government full control over resource allocation decisions.
Pure market economies are entirely devoid of government influence, while mixed economies grant government full control over resource allocation decisions.
Command economies strictly adhere to supply and demand dynamics, whereas mixed economies are characterized by a complete absence of market-driven decisions.
Command economies strictly adhere to supply and demand dynamics, whereas mixed economies are characterized by a complete absence of market-driven decisions.
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Based on the description given, Nigeria could best be categorized as a mixed economy. This is because the country allows people to open their own businesses and choose their careers, indicating elements of a market economy. However, the national government institutes tariffs, has a significant share in the oil industry, and regulates much of the country's industry, indicating elements of command and government intervention.
The second statement accurately reflects the concept of a mixed economic system. It states that mixed economies combine elements of both market and command systems, with government intervention and market forces influencing resource allocation to varying degrees along a continuum.
Which of the following is an example of the impact trade had on the people of Southern and Eastern Africa?(1 point)
Responses
Eastern Africans practiced the same religion as their ancestors.
Eastern Africans practiced the same religion as their ancestors.
Those living in Southern Africa were isolated from the rest of the world.
Those living in Southern Africa were isolated from the rest of the world.
Southern Africans only use goods that are produced in their nation.
Southern Africans only use goods that are produced in their nation.
Millions of people in East Africa speak a form of Bantu.
Millions of people in East Africa speak a form of Bantu.
Question 2
Which of the following options accurately compares and contrasts different types of trade barriers, such as tariffs, quotas, and embargoes?
(1 point)
Responses
Tariffs and quotas both restrict the quantity of imports, while embargoes are taxes imposed on exports, leading to decreased international trade.
Tariffs and quotas both restrict the quantity of imports, while embargoes are taxes imposed on exports, leading to decreased international trade.
Tariffs are government-imposed limits on the quantity of imports, while quotas are taxes on exports, and embargoes involve voluntary agreements to limit trade.
Tariffs are government-imposed limits on the quantity of imports, while quotas are taxes on exports, and embargoes involve voluntary agreements to limit trade.
Tariffs are taxes on imports, quotas are restrictions on the quantity of imports, and embargoes involve a complete prohibition of trade with a specific country.
Tariffs are taxes on imports, quotas are restrictions on the quantity of imports, and embargoes involve a complete prohibition of trade with a specific country.
Tariffs, quotas, and embargoes are interchangeable terms that refer to any form of government intervention in international trade to promote economic growth.
The correct answer to the first question is "Millions of people in East Africa speak a form of Bantu." Trade in Eastern Africa led to the spread of the Bantu language and influenced cultural interactions.
The correct answer to the second question is "Tariffs are taxes on imports, quotas are restrictions on the quantity of imports, and embargoes involve a complete prohibition of trade with a specific country." This accurately compares and contrasts different types of trade barriers and their effects on international trade.